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Live Cecropia Moth Cocoon
Live Cecropia Moth Cocoon
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Experience the wonder of metamorphosis with a live cecropia moth cocoon! The cecropia moth (Hyalophora cecropia) is North America's largest native moth, with a wingspan reaching up to 6 inches when it emerges.
What to expect:
- Authentic wild-collected or captive-bred cecropia cocoon
- Cocoon will overwinter and emerge in spring (typically May-June)
- Witness the incredible transformation from pupa to adult moth
- Educational and fascinating for hobbyists, classrooms, and nature enthusiasts
Care instructions:
- Store in a cool location (35-45°F) during winter months to simulate natural conditions
- Mist lightly every 2-3 weeks to maintain humidity
- Move to room temperature in spring to trigger emergence
- Provide a vertical surface for the moth to climb and expand its wings after emergence
Each cocoon is carefully inspected to ensure viability. Perfect for educational purposes or anyone wanting to witness one of nature's most spectacular transformations!
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Care instructions
Care instructions
Most of our items are designed for easy maintenance. Care instructions are included with every product, but if you ever need additional guidance, our support team is always ready to help.
Invertebrate Care & Shipping FAQs
What is your live arrival guarantee?
Our Live Arrival Guarantee applies to Next Day Air shipping only. We carefully pack every order to ensure your pets arrive safe and healthy. If your order arrives DOA (dead on arrival), you must contact us within 1 hour of delivery and provide clear photo proof in the original packaging.
⚠️ NO REFUNDS will be issued under any circumstances.
If a valid claim is approved, we will provide a replacement (or store credit if needed, depending on availability).
We are not responsible for delays, extreme weather, or mishandling once the package is in the carrier’s possession.
What care requirements and difficulty levels do you offer?
We specialize in mantises, millipedes, isopods, roaches, leaf insects, tarantulas, and scorpions—each with varying care requirements. Every species listing includes a detailed difficulty rating (Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced) and comprehensive care guides covering temperature, humidity, feeding, and housing. Beginners should start with hardy species like dubia roaches or millipedes, while experienced keepers can explore more specialized species. Our care guides are included with every order to help you succeed.
What's included with my order?
Every order includes your live invertebrate(s), a detailed species-specific care guide, and feeding recommendations. Premium orders may include starter kits with substrate, food, and basic supplies to get you started immediately. We also provide access to our online care resources just email us you can ask questions. All animals are carefully packed to minimize stress during shipping.
What is your return and refund policy for live animals?
We don't except returns since they are live animals, sorry! Email us for a different solution!